Fremont County Bulletin Board

Posted:
07/03/2014 06:19:15 AM MDT

Today

8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Florence Farmers Market will feature produce, crafts, music, programs and more in Pioneer Park in Florence.

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free Summer Food Service Program hosted by the Cañon City School District at Cañon City High School, 1313 College Ave. No charge for anyone under the age of 19. Adults 19 and older pay $4 per meal. Registration is not required, and the program is open to everyone. Featured entrée: corn dog; sandwich of the day: cheeseburger; side selections: hasta la pasta salad, steamed peas, chilled peaches and star bar fruit & veggies.

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Family Fellowship Church, 1011 Monroe.

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2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets every Thursday at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. Just show up or call 315-2461 for more information.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30-7 p.m. Caregiver Connection Support Group will meet in Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave.

5:30 p.m. TOPS C0549 weight-loss support group meeting at Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call Mary Decker at 269-3933 or Gleda Estes at 429-4790.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary meeting will meet at the Fremont County Airport, 60298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

6:30 p.m. The Royal Gorge Tea Party meets the first Tuesday of each month, with meet-and-greet at 6 p.m. and meeting at 6:30 p.m. at 890 Field Ave. in Cañon City. For more information on the RGTP, call 275-0987.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

8 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Friday

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Craft show and flea market will be located along the west end of Main Street in Westcliffe. There will be more than 40 vendors present offering everything from blankets and walking sticks, to soaps and jewelry. There also will be a variety of food selections and beverages.

10 a.m. Florence wet and dry parade starts at the corner of Colo. 115 and Second Street in Florence. The route will travel south on Main Street and finish on McCandless Avenue. Those past Pikes Peak Avenue are guaranteed to get wet.

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fourth of July celebration hosted by the Fremont Center for the Arts at Macon Plaza, between the Cañon City Public Library and the FCA at 505 Macon Ave. The community is invited to attend the free event. Musical guest Dr. Eric Carlson and his musicians will kick off the event at 11 a.m. with patriotic music. There will be a pet parade at 1 p.m. and a bicycle parade at 2 p.m. At 4:30 p.m., Ronald McDonald will put on a magic show and then the Salida Circus will perform. Concessions and a beer garden will be available.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

Noon - 3 p.m. Fourth of July celebration at Pioneer Park in Florence. Admission is free. The Geezers will perform live and there will be a horseshoe tournament, bouncy houses, food vendors and merchants.

1-4 p.m. Royal Gorge Quilters of Valor meet at Creative Cloth at 508 Main St. For more information, call 276-2005 or 276-0441.

5-8 p.m. First Friday will be at the Fremont Center for the Arts. Art, food, music and fun. For more information, call 275-2790.

5-8 p.m. First Friday will feature art, music, food and fun. Come meet the artists, buy locally and enjoy complimentary refreshments at The Artists Gallery at 416 Main St. The exhibit, "Soliloquy: a Series of Unspoken Reflections," features six extraordinary artists from one family. Patriarch, George Douthit III, a renowned watercolorist, author and poet, and his wife, Alice, inspired in each of their children the love of art and music. For more information, call (719) 345-4070 or visit theartistsgalleryonline.com.

5 p.m. Fireworks over Lake DeWeese will begin at dark, but citizens are encouraged to begin gathering around the lake between 5 and 6 p.m., where Custer County High School students will collect donations for the fireworks. The fireworks show is sponsored by the Custer County Chamber of Commerce, All Aboard Westcliffe, the Parent Teacher Student Organization and the Wet Mountain Valley Fire Protection District.

and fireworks at Veterans Park. Admission is free. Watermelon is provided by City Market, and Applewood will offer live entertainment. Fireworks, which will start at 9 p.m. or when it is dark, will be able to be seen from both Veterans Park and Centennial Park.

6 p.m. First Friday cruiser ride will be offered the First Friday of every month for all ages and levels, starting in the alley behind Red Canyon Cycles at 420 Main St.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7-9 p.m. First Friday's featured artists of the month at Michael's on Main at 603 Main St.

7 p.m. Deer Mountain Red Suspenders Bingo every second Friday of the month will be at the Deer Mountain Volunteer Fire Department on Copper Gulch Road. Doors open at 6 p.m. Progressive pot.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Saturday

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

8 to 10 a.m. Westcliffe's ninth annual Wet Mountain Car Show featuring trucks, hot rods, tractors, classic cars, motorcycles and more. The show will be in Westcliffe's newly formed entertainment district, where shopping and dining options have been added.

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Craft show and flea market will be located along the west end of Main Street in Westcliffe. There will be more than 40 vendors present offering everything from blankets and walking sticks, to soaps and jewelry. There also will be a variety of food selections and beverages.

9 a.m. The Royal Gorge Quilt Council will begin with meet and greet at the Golden Age Center at 728 Main St. Business meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. Guests welcome. January meeting is Chinese auction.

10 a.m. Independence Parade will run along Main Street in Westcliffe, followed by a Kid's Corner celebration at 11 a.m. with a bouncy house.

4 p.m. Free picnic hosted by the Democratic Party of Custer County at Hermit Park in Westcliffe, offering hamburgers, hot dogs, coleslaw, watermelon and beverages. Games and activities will also be provided for all ages.

4 to 6 p.m. Art reception hosted by the Sangres Art Guild will be held at the Third Street Gallery in Westcliffe. Winners of the show will be announced, and refreshments will be served.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Craft show and flea market will be located along the west end of Main Street in Westcliffe. There will be more than 40 vendors present offering everything from blankets and walking sticks, to soaps and jewelry. There also will be a variety of food selections and beverages.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

3 p.m. Bingo at the American Legion Post 13 at 201 N. Fourth St. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. "Drop Beginners Road Trip" will start at the Red Canyon Cycles in the alley behind 420 Main St.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

10:15 a.m. Writers Among Us group will meet at the Canon City Public Library in the Carnegie meeting room. Visitors welcome. For more information, call 276-0468.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon to 4 p.m. Valley View Health Care Center will host a blood drive at 2120 N 10th St. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Laura Huff at (719) 275-7569, ext. 23.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

4:30 p.m. Hope and Healing for Survivors of Suicide will meet at 1439 Main St. Fremont Regional Hospice will begin this new support group for survivors of suicide that will meet once each month on the first or second Monday. Social worker Mia Hedahl, MSW, and Sandra Seaney, Family Services, will facilitate this first meeting. It is free and anyone in the community experiencing a loss to suicide is welcome. For more information, call 275-4315.

5-7 p.m. Heartbeat, support group for those who have lost a loved one through suicide, meets the first Monday of each month. Location of meetings has been changed to 321 N. Cottonwood, CC. For more information, call Jann at (719) 371-6165.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bonfils Blood Drive at the Cañon City Farmers Market at Veterans Park on the Bonfils Bloodmobile. To schedule an appointment, call the Bonfils Appointment Center at 800-365-0006, ext 2 or sign up online at bonfils.org, enter site code No. A622. All donors will receive a free insulated lunch cooler. For more information, call Megan McCarter at 251-9491.

8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free blood pressure checks by the Parkview Mobile Nurses will be available at the Farmers Market at Veterans Park. For more information, call call 584-7319 or visit parkviewmc.org.

8 a.m. Cañon City Merchants Association begins with networking, followed by meeting at 8:15 a.m. the second Tuesday in the Marketplace Shops at 732 Main St.

8 a.m. Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1-2:30 p.m. 7th & Floral Food Pantry distributes food boxes the second and fourth Tuesdays to all in need at 701 Floral Ave. No registration required. Bring an ID and a box if they have one.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games for experienced players. Lessons for beginners the first Tuesday of every month. Call 784-3272 or 372-7870 for location or for more information.

1 p.m. Mah Jongg for experienced players and beginners welcome every Tuesday in Cañon City. For more information, call 275-4988 or 275-7707.

1 p.m. Better Breathers Support Group at St. Thomas More Hospital, Board Room, 1338 Phay Ave. A monthly support group for anyone who suffers from a chronic lung disease. Family members are also welcome.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

4:30 p.m. Understanding Grief Support Group will meet at 1439 Main St. Fremont Regional Hospice welcomes anyone in the community experiencing a loss and grief to attend. The support group is free and meets once each month on the first or second Tuesday. Staff members Mia, Sandra, Thomas or Charlene will facilitate. For more information, call 275-4315.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave.

7 p.m. Fremont County Brain Injury Support Group meeting for brain-injured survivors and family members at 119 S. Pikes Peak Ave., Florence. For more information, call 269-8266.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, July 9

8:30 a.m. Lady Golfers meet at Shadow Hills Golf Club for ladies fun and golf events. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m., play at 9 a.m. It's open to the public — 9 or 18 hole events. No handicap required. For more information, call 275-5826 or 429-0269.

10:30 a.m. Caregivers Connection will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 and ask for Debbie Giem. No registration required.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

12:30 p.m. Class of 1961 and spouses will meet at K-Bob's Steakhouse at 3103 E. U.S. 50. For more information, call 240-6451 or 784-4447.

1 p.m. Ladies Auxiliary 4061 will meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 215 Cottonwood Ave.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Moderate/fast road ridewill take place every Wednesday in the alley behind Red Canyon Cycles at 420 Main St.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6 p.m. The Red Canyon Grotto, a local caving group, meets the second Wednesday of the month at 2 Sisters in Florence. All are welcome.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 719-557-2204 or 276-7278.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Dance to the music of the Mountain Blue Band at the GAC, 728 Main St. Dance is open to everyone. Snacks at break time. $2.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Thursday, July 10

8 a.m.-1 p.m. The Florence Farmers Market will feature produce, crafts, music, programs and more in Pioneer Park in Florence.

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

11:15 a.m. "White Elephant" Bingo will be at the Penrose Senior Citizen's Club, 405 Broadway. Call for reservations at 372-3872.

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

2 p.m. Cathy Branam's art reception at John C. Fremont Library, 130 Church Ave., Florence. Branam, of Canon City, will display photographs encompassing landscapes, scenery and wildlife taken in Colorado and the Western United States.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

8:30 a.m. "Drop Beginners Road Trip" will start at the Red Canyon Cycles in the alley behind 420 Main St.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

10:15 a.m. Writers Among Us will meet at 10:15 a.m., in the Cañon City Public Library's basement. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call Doni Lacey at 276-0468.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Florence City Council will meet in council chambers at 600 W. Third St. in Florence.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

8 a.m. Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

11 a.m. Fremont County Stroke Survivors and Caregivers meet at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 3180 E. Main St. For more information, call 276-1406.

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free blood pressure checks by the Parkview Mobile Nurses will be available at Connections Cafe inside Vineyard Church at 245 S. Raynolds. For more information, call call 584-7319 or visit parkviewmc.org.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games for experienced players. Lessons for beginners the first Tuesday of every month. Call 784-3272 or 372-7870 for location or for more information.

1 p.m. Mah Jongg for experienced players and beginners welcome every Tuesday in Cañon City. For more information, call 275-4988 or 275-7707.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

5:30 p.m. Kiwanis Club of Royal Gorge meet the first and third Tuesday. Call 560-626 for location.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Tuesday Night at the Movies at John C. Fremont Library, 130 Church Ave., Florence, will be showing "12 Years a Slave." Based on the true story, Solomon Northup, a free black man, is kidnapped and sold into slavery. Northrup is forced to work for a cruel plantation owner. Best Picture Oscar Winner 2014. Rated R. FREE Popcorn! Bring your own drink.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, July 16

8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. The Royal Gorge Networking Group will meet on the first and third Wednesdays at Mugs Coffee House on 1520 Royal Gorge Blvd. For more information, call Susanne Cornell at 275-7653.

8:30 a.m. Lady Golfers meet at Shadow Hills Golf Club for ladies fun and golf events. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m., play at 9 a.m. It's open to the public — 9 or 18 hole events. No handicap required. For more information, call 275-5826 or 429-0269.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

3 p.m. Cañon City Alzheimer's Support Group meets at Skyline Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center at 515 Fairview the third Wednesday of the month. For more information, call 275-0665 and ask for Veronica or Kelly.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Moderate/fast road ridewill take place every Wednesday in the alley behind Red Canyon Cycles at 420 Main St.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6:30 p.m. Infant/Child Loss Support Group meets the third Wednesday of each month at the ACCESS Center, 490 N. Diamond. For information, call Katherine Bair 429-5700.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 719-557-2204 or 276-7278.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

7 p.m. Dinner and Bingo at the Penrose Senior Center, 405 Broadway, doors open at 5 p.m. Complete menu at reasonable price being served to everyone, eat in or take home.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Thursday, July 17

7 a.m. Penrose Chamber of Commerce meets the third Thursday for its monthly breakfast will be at 506 Ninth St. Michelle's in Penrose.

8 a.m.-1 p.m. The Florence Farmers Market will feature produce, crafts, music, programs and more in Pioneer Park in Florence.

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

11:30 a.m. Royal Gorge Republican Women meet the third Thursday of each month with a meet and greet, followed by meeting at noon in the Fremont County Republican Headquarters at 212 S. Eighth St.

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Family Fellowship Church, 1011 Monroe.

2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets every Thursday at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. Just show up or call 315-2461 for more information.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30-7 p.m. Caregiver Connection Support Group will meet in Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave.

5:30 p.m. TOPS C0549 weight-loss support group meeting at Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call Mary Decker at 269-3933 or Gleda Estes at 429-4790.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary will meet at the Fremont County Airport, 60298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

6:30 p.m. The Royal Gorge Tea Party meets the first Tuesday of each month, with meet-and-greet at 6 p.m. and meeting at 6:30 p.m. at 890 Field Ave. in Cañon City. For more information on the RGTP, call 275-0987.

7 p.m. Celiac Disease: All About Being Gluten Free with Marie Pizzolatto at the John C. Fremont Library, 130 Church Ave., Florence. Pizzolatto is president of the Pikes Peak Chapter of the Celiac Support Association-USA. Join her as she discusses what gluten is, what it means to be gluten free and who should be gluten free. Marie will also give tips for planning gluten-free menus.

7 p.m. Royal Gorge Detachment No. 1318 of the Marine Corps League meets on the second Thursday of the month in the Elks Down Under at the Cañon City Elks Lodge No. 610 at 404 Macon Ave. Social hour starts at 6 p.m. in the upstairs lounge. New members are welcome.

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday, July 20

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

11 a.m. Cañon City Free Thinkers will meet the fourth Sunday of every month at the Royal Gorge Brewing Co. at 413 Main St. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Bill at 289-4395 or by e-mail at bwhitewell66@hotmail.com.

8:30 a.m. "Drop Beginners Road Trip" will start at the Red Canyon Cycles in the alley behind 420 Main St.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. The Fremont County Republicans meet the fourth Tuesday of each month at the headquarters at 213 S. Eighth St., one block south of U.S. 50, west of Cañon National Bank. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 345-4031.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

8 a.m. Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1-2:30 p.m. 7th & Floral Food Pantry distributes food boxes the second and fourth Tuesdays to all in need at 701 Floral Ave. No registration required. Bring an ID and a box if they have one.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games for experienced players. Lessons for beginners the first Tuesday of every month. Call 784-3272 or 372-7870 for location or for more information.

1 p.m. Mah Jongg for experienced players and beginners welcome every Tuesday in Cañon City. For more information, call 275-4988 or 275-7707.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Cañon City and the Civil War with Carl A. Clink at John C. Fremont Library, 130 Church Ave., Florence. Clink, a stock contractor, technical advisor and historical consultant, discusses Cañon City's involvement in the Civil War. He will share stories about the history of the 2nd Colorado Infantry and the part it played in the conflict. This program is sponsored by the Civil War 150 Grant; provided by The Library of America in partnership with The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and funding is made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, July 23

8:30 a.m. Lady Golfers meet at Shadow Hills Golf Club for ladies fun and golf events. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m., play at 9 a.m. It's open to the public — 9 or 18 hole events. No handicap required. For more information, call 275-5826 or 429-0269.

10:30 a.m. Caregivers Connection will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 and ask for Debbie Giem. No registration required.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Moderate/fast road ride will take place every Wednesday in the alley behind Red Canyon Cycles at 420 Main St.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 719-557-2204 or 276-7278.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

7 p.m. Book Talk & Signing with Zach Fortier at John C. Fremont Library, 130 Church Ave., Florence. Fortier, a thirty year veteran of law enforcement and author of five books, shares his life stories of being a cop on the streets in large inner cities. Zach's will sign his books after his talk.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Thursday, July 24

8 a.m.-1 p.m. The Florence Farmers Market will feature produce, crafts, music, programs and more in Pioneer Park in Florence.

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

3-4 p.m. The Wet Mountain Valley Support Group for families with children or adults with special needs and developmental disabilities will be offered in the West Custer County Library Community Room at 209 Main St. in Westcliffe. There will be monthly topics, activities and information about support services available in the area. Children and family members are welcome to attend.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

8:30 a.m. "Drop Beginners Road Trip" will start at the Red Canyon Cycles, starting in the alley behind 420 Main St.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

5 p.m. Suicide Survivors Support Group will be offered at Fremont Regional Hospice at 1439 Macon St. Free and open to anyone in the community. For more information, call 275-4315.

6 p.m. Colorado Mounted Rangers J Troop meets the first Monday of the month in the north board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. For more information, call Rudy at 719-439-1046.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6 p.m. The Hope Sisters Women's Cancer Support group meets at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-0089.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Florence City Council will meet in council chambers at 600 W. Third St. in Florence.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Tuesday, July 29

7:30 a.m. Cañon City Sunrise/Parkdale Lions meet first Tuesday of the month at Cañon Coffee Cafe, 1520 Royal Gorge Blvd. Meeting starts at 8 a.m. For more information, call Rex at 275-4160.

8 a.m. Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main St. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, July 30

8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. The Royal Gorge Networking Group will meet on the first and third Wednesdays at Mugs Coffee House on 1520 Royal Gorge Blvd. For more information, call Susanne Cornell at 275-7653.

8:30 a.m. Lady Golfers meet at Shadow Hills Golf Club for ladies fun and golf events. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m., play at 9 a.m. It's open to the public — 9 or 18 hole events. No handicap required. For more information, call 275-5826 or 429-0269.

10 a.m. Florence Caregiver Support Group will meet the first Wednesday of the month at McCandless Veteran Home at 903 Moore.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon to 1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Moderate/fast road ride will take place every Wednesday, starting in the alley behind Red Canyon Cycles at 420 Main St.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 719-557-2204 or 276-7278.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

7 p.m. Dance to the music of the Mountain Blue Band at the GAC, 728 Main St. Dance is open to everyone. Snacks at break time. $2.

7 p.m. Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets the first Wednesday each month at the Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Ninth and Main Streets in Cañon City. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Thursday, July 31

8 a.m.-1 p.m. The Florence Farmers Market will feature produce, crafts, music, programs and more in Pioneer Park in Florence.

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Family Fellowship Church, 1011 Monroe.

2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets every Thursday at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. Just show up or call 315-2461 for more information.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30-7 p.m. Caregiver Connection Support Group will meet in Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave.

5:30 p.m. TOPS C0549 weight-loss support group meeting at Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call Mary Decker at 269-3933 or Gleda Estes at 429-4790.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary meeting will meet at the Fremont County Airport, 60298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

6:30 p.m. The Royal Gorge Tea Party meets the first Tuesday of each month, with meet-and-greet at 6 p.m. and meeting at 6:30 p.m. at 890 Field Ave. in Cañon City. For more information on the RGTP, call 275-0987.